About the RVRA
The RVRA is a volunteer organisation that represents and supports residents of NSW retirement villages exclusively.
Join the RVRA
Get support, advice, and information on your rights and obligations, and help us to advocate on your behalf.
An Introduction to the RVRA
The Retirement Village Residents Association is the only organisation that represents residents of retirement villages in NSW exclusively.
Launched September 2023 and developed with the assistance of the NSW Government. Includes: videos, webinars and resource kits covering topics for retirement village residents.
Retirement Village Industry news
The latest NSW retirement village industry news.
What do retirement village residents want from the next Federal Government?
08-April-2025 - Retirement village residents' associations are raising concerns over the growing complexity retirees face in navigating the aged care and housing systems. The NSW Retirement Village Residents’ Association (RVRA) and the Association of Residents of Queensland Retirement Villages have told an aged care and retirement living industry newsletter that two key policy changes could make an immediate difference for village residents. Click to Read...
Free Webinar - Wed. 7 May 5.30-6.00pm - Changes ahead for aged care - what you need to know
15-April-2025 - New legislation aimed at reshaping how aged care is delivered and funded in Australia comes into effect from 1 July this year. Whether you are thinking ahead for your own care needs or need help for older family members; you are invited to an ‘Aged Care Explained’ webinar. Click to Register...
Tips for deciding about retirement village living
19-March-2025 - Buying into a retirement village is not just a personal decision, but also a financial one. Understanding the options is important. Helpful information for yourself, family members or friends from Compass - A national website created to help older Australians - making resources and information available both for older Australians and for the people who care for and support them. Click for more
RVRA Response to Retirement Villages Regulation
12-March 2025 - The RVRA is continuously advocating for both current and future retirement village residents. As part of this effort, we recently made a submission for the public consultation on the proposed remake of the Retirement Villages Regulation. We are now able to share this submission with you. Click to Read...
National RVRA Survey Report
March 2025 - New National Survey Highlights Retirement Village Residents' Experiences and Advocacy Priorities. The ACT and state retirement village associations and across Australia are pleased to share the results of the "Have Your Say" national survey, which gathered insights from over 4,100 residents across the country. This survey provides a powerful voice for retirement village residents, highlighting both the benefits of village living and areas needing reform. Click for More...